GOVT 2306 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, Texas Youth Commission, Insurance Commissioner
23 Feb 2016
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State law sets the terms of state board to 4-6 years. executive and confirmed by the senate the senate. Rick perry placed many of his closest advisers in key positions, spreading political influence and political philosophy of a pro-business state government. Most boards are headed by members appointed by the governor. Can also be appointed by the lieutenant governor, speaker of the house, leaders of professional organizations like the state bar or state medical. One commissioner appointed by the governor for a 2 year term. Texas department of insurance - regulate the insurance market in. Keep rates low and coverage available in hurricane prone areas. Insurance commissioner does not have enough power to deal with insurance companies. 3 members elected statewide to 6 year terms. One of 3 members is elected every 2 years. Supervised oil and natural gas industry in texas. Now authority over railroads are now with the texas department of.
